Aprons Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“Democracy will break under the strain of apron strings. It can exist only on trust.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address on Democracy, Mahatma Gandhi, 1930
Democracy relies on trust and cannot survive manipulation or coercion; trust is its foundation.
In simple terms: Democracy needs trust, not control.
Key Takeaway
Build trust to sustain democracy.
Themes
democracy
trust
integrity
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Community building
- elections
- public forums
- anti-corruption measures
Key Concepts
social contract
ethical governance
citizen participation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can trust be rebuilt after betrayal?
- What institutions best protect democratic trust?
A Different Perspective
Trust can be fragile in polarized societies.
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